Two remote CCTV cameras have been installed by Tweed Shire Council at Jack Evans Boat Harbour, a known hot spot for anti-social behaviour.
The cameras are among five new remote CCTV cameras as part of efforts to boost security in the region.
In September, Council representatives, along with business and tourism operators and a representative from Tweed Byron Local Police District undertook an audit of the Tweed Heads CBD.
The top recommendation of the audit was to boost CCTV surveillance in the area to help police to combat ongoing issues such as vandalism and antisocial behaviour.
The new mobile units are powered through solar technology and able to be moved to locations as required.
Two CCTV cameras are located at the popular Jack Evans Boat Harbour – one near the Boundary Street parking lot and the other near Bay Street parking lot.
‘With the help of both state and federal governments, Council has invested a lot in making Jack Evans Boat Harbour a jewel in the crown of Tweed, with the all-abilities and youth play spaces, safer swim access and loads of shade and picnic structures so people can really enjoy the harbour. We want them to feel safe while they do this and these new cameras will go a long way towards ensuring that,’ said Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry.
Council does not provide footage from its CCTV systems to individuals or organisations other than law enforcement agencies. All incidents or criminal activities must be reported to the Police, who will then request CCTV footage from Council.
For more information on community safety and the CCTV in Public Places Policy, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/community-safety.
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